Situng Village Overview
Situng is a village in Saipung tehsil of Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It lies about 12 km from Saipung tehsil headquarters and around 96 km from Jowai district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Situng village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Situng is 279549. Saipung is the nearest town.
Location Map of Situng
Population & Demographics of Situng
This section provides population and demographic details of Situng village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
Key population details of Situng village are given below:
- Situng village is a very small village with a total population of around 83, including approximately 45 males and 38 females, with a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 82 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Situng village is low, with a literacy rate of about 28.92%.
- There are around 18 households in Situng village.
Transport & Connectivity of Situng
Transport facilities help residents of Situng village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Situng
The following villages are located close to Situng and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Situng
- Where is Situng located?
- Situng village is located in Saipung Subdivision, Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Situng?
- The pincode of Situng is 793200.
- What is the population of Situng?
- Situng has a total population of 83, including 45 males and 38 females.
- How many households are there in Situng?
- There are 18 households in Situng.
- What is the literacy rate in Situng?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Situng is 28.92%. Male literacy is 31.11% and female literacy is 26.32%.